“It is the only island in the group with permanent inhabitants. Ko Phi Phi is considered to be one of the most naturally beautiful islands in the world. There are limestone mountains with cliffs, caves and long white sandy beaches.”
Koh Phi Phi Don is a non-volcanic island largely made of limestone. It is almost separated into two islands, but a strand of flat land connects them. On this strand lies the largest town on the island, as well as most of the resorts.
Koh Phi Phi Don was a serene paradise, parts of it (especially the Ton Sai Bay area) have been exploited for tourism. Restaurants, shops, internet cafes, and shanty towns abound.
Koh Phi Phi Don is home to fishermen and Thai Moslems. The clear waters are prefect for swimming. There is also a pier on the beach where visitors can easily get on a get off a boat On the other side, a fishing village is located at Laem Tong, an area renowned for its underwater natural beauty. Coral reefs can be found on both sides of the island.
- Holidays throughout the year.
- Ferries leave from Phuket and Krabi daily
- Krabi International Airport (KBV) is about 10 km from the city limits, 15 km from the city centre, 40 km from Ao Nang and 23 km from Had Yao.